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Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise

Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise

Unit of competency
National Code
ICAICT511A
State Code
D7894
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/11/2011
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
17/11/2011
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to ensure information technology (IT) services meet current and future internal operational enterprise requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate current business strategy
  • 1.1 Analyse the current strategic plan of the organisation to understand the industry environment and current organisational goals
  • 1.2 Compare information related to current operational practices and the strategic plan to determine possible IT gaps and improvement opportunities
  • 1.3 Report information regarding the effect of IT developments to an appropriate person
2. Evaluate effect of changes
  • 2.1 Review information on current IT systems supported by the organisation
  • 2.2 Compare and document advantages and disadvantages of current and proposed IT systems
  • 2.3 Determine the objectives and implications of introducing changes
  • 2.4 Document findings and forward to appropriate person for feedback
3. Develop action plans
  • 3.1 Develop plans to implement proposed changes, according to organisational policy and procedures
  • 3.2 Document action plans, ensuring that standards, targets and implementation methods are detailed
  • 3.3 Forward documentation to appropriate person for feedback and approval
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
supervisor.
Organisational policy and proceduresmay include:
operational
financial
legal
human relations
internal and external operating environments.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
access and analyse relevant information on changes to technology and resources
analyse strategic plans to determine future technology needs
monitor resource use and cost-efficiency, and effectiveness of technology
develop and document action plan detailing standards, targets and implementation methods.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
site where IT needs and strategic directions of the enterprise may be coordinated
detailed information relating to business strategic plan
outcomes of the business-analysis process
budget constraints
timeframe for the strategic plan
business risks and objectives
information on a range of IT business solutions
appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of analysis and planning methodologies in an IT environment
review of documentation prepared by candidate detailing findings of evaluation of proposed IT systems
review of action plan prepared by candidate, detailing standards, targets and implementation methods.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0173 ICAP5039B Match IT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUU64 ICTICT511 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the enterprise Unit of competency